Martin Guastadisegno, the agent of Matias Soulé, has opened up about the young midfielder’s move from Juventus to AS Roma, highlighting the financial struggles at Juve as a key factor in the transfer. “When we realized that Juventus needed to let him go due to money and budget issues, we decided that Roma would be the perfect place for Soulé,” he stated.
Guastadisegno painted an exciting picture of the transfer, mentioning the rich history of Argentine players at Roma, including icons like Gabriel Batistuta and Walter Samuel. “Matias is joining a huge club that plays the kind of football he loves, in the heart of the world,” he added.
Prior to Roma’s interest, Soulé had attracted attention from Premier League clubs such as Leicester City and West Ham. However, the allure of Italian football won out. “When Roma came calling, Matias wanted to know everything about the opportunity to join. He was very clear: he didn’t want to consider any other offers,” Guastadisegno revealed.
He expressed gratitude towards those who supported Soulé’s career, specifically thanking Frosinone’s management and the Juventus club for their role in the player’s journey. He reserved special thanks for Roma’s key figures, including Daniele De Rossi, who pushed for Soulé’s signing. “Soulé is filled with enthusiasm and eager to prove himself,” he noted.
The transfer’s backstory is as intriguing as it is heartfelt. Guastadisegno shared that the seeds of this move were sown earlier in the year: “Everything started before the end of last season. Soulé dreamed of playing in the Premier League, which is a universal aspiration, but he was also looking for clubs with solid sporting projects.” He revealed that Soulé’s passion for Roma sparked during a match in April when he watched Roma play Bayer Leverkusen at the Stadio Olimpico. “He left the stadium saying, ‘it would be amazing to play here one day,'” Guastadisegno recalled.
The negotiations took shape toward the end of May, with Roma rekindling their interest powerfully. “When I told him about Roma’s renewed interest, his eyes lit up. He did everything to make this move happen,” Guastadisegno remarked.
With a clear vision ahead, Soulé is now focused on making his mark in Rome, eager to repay the faith shown in him. This chapter in his career is set to begin, and both his agent and fans are excited to see what he can achieve in the Italian capital.
